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Peña began his professional career at the age of 12. He was involved in a government program designed to keep the traditions of various folk music and dances in Spain alive. During tours throughout Spain, as a part of this program, he was hired to tour with a flamenco company. Peña ultimately moved to London with a flamenco company at the age of 24. One of his first big performances was at a "guitar in" at London's Royal Festival Hall. Jimi Hendrix was the headlining performer. About this same time, he began learning technique from other guitarists, both classical and flamenco. Niño Ricardo, Ramón Montoya amd Sabicas are among those that Paco credits as his inspiration.
In 1970, Paco Peña organized his first flamenco touring company named Flamenco Puro. Since then, he has been continually active in creating learning and performing opportunities for those interested in flamenco. He is the founder of a course leading to a degree in flamenco guitar at the Conservatory of Rotterdam, and a founder of the International Guitar Festival in Cordóba in 1980.
Artist website: www.pacopena.com
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